MARTIN JOHNSON

If there’s one thing shrinking faster than the Amazonian rainforest or an Arctic glacier, it’s the overseas cricket tour. What was once an epic expedition not too far down the scale of one of Captain Cook’s – and we’re talking James here, not Alastair – will soon become the equivalent of a weekend break, where all you need is a disposable toothbrush, one change of underwear, and a mobile phone battery that will get you through the entire trip without a top-up.
England’s preparation for this winter’s mission in the West Ind...